Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules
strip of 5.0 respules.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Levosalbutamol (1.25mg) + Ipratropium (500mcg) |
| Manufacturer: | Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules is used for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) by relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules is a combination of two medicines that makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. It relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath.
Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules is a combination of two medicines: Levosalbutamol and Ipratropium. Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator while Ipratropium is an anticholinergic. They work by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widen the airways. Together they make breathing easier.
Are there any medicines that I should avoid taking with Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules?
It is not recommended to use Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules along with other medicines, such as anticholinergic, beta-adrenergic agents, beta-blockers, diuretics, digoxin, MAO inhibitors, or anti-depressants. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, or herbal supplements, to ensure safe and effective treatment.
Will taking a higher dose of Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules make it more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine will not make it more effective, but can lead to increased side effects. If your symptoms do not improve with the recommended dose, consult your doctor for re-evaluation and guidance on alternative treatment options.
Can Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medicine, and they may adjust your dosage or recommend alternative treatments.
Can Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules can cause dry mouth. To alleviate this side effect, drink plenty of water throughout the day, and keep some water by your bed at night. If dry mouth persists or is severe, consult your doctor for guidance on managing this side effect.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules?
Keep this medicine in the original container, tightly closed, and store it according to the instructions on the pack or label. Dispose of any unused medicine properly, and ensure it is not consumed by pets, children, or other individuals.
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze all the liquid into the nebulizer. It should be used right away after opening.
- Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules is a combination of two medicines that makes breathing easier for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
- It should be taken at the same time each day.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
- Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules can lower blood potassium level.
- Only miniscule amounts of Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence serious side effects are unlikely.
Alcohol
Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeed
Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Duohale 2.5ml Each Respules may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
